How to install Paper Chrome Extension in Microsoft Edge?

Google Chrome extensions can be used in Microsoft Edge. Students can install Paper Chrome Extension on their MS Edge browser to use Paper outside the website. To get started, ensure the latest Microsoft Edge version is installed on the device. 

This article covers:

• Allow extensions from other stores

• Install Paper Extension in MS Edge

• Pin Paper Chrome Extension on MS Edge

• Paper Chrome Extension for Microsoft Edge administrators

Instructions: 

Allow extensions from other stores

1. Click on the three horizontal dots located in the upper right corner of the MS Edge browser.

2. A drop-down menu will appear, select Extensions
3. Click Manage Extension
4. On the MS Edge Extensions page, enable the Allow extensions from other stores switch located in the lower left corner. 
5. A pop-up warning message appears, indicating Microsoft has not verified other stores' extensions. Click Allow
6. The Allow extensions from other stores switch color is blue, indicating that now the user can download the Paper Chrome Extension on MS Edge.

Install Paper Extension in MS Edge

1. On the MS Edge browser, visit Paper Chrome Extension
2. Click Add to Chrome
3. A pop-up message appears; click Add Extension
4. Now the Paper Chrome Extension has been added to MS Edge

Pin Paper Chrome Extension on MS Edge

1. Click Extensions, located to the right of the browser address bar
2. Allow the Paper Chrome Extension on the toolbar by clicking on the eye icon.
3. The Paper icon will permanently appear on the toolbar.
4. Once the Paper Chrome Extension is installed, users sign in to the extension using their school login method. 

Paper Chrome Extension for Microsoft Edge administrators

Depending on the organization's permissions, Paper Chrome Extension can be installed silently on students' devices or added to the allowed list for users to install it. For more information about how to manage Microsoft Edge extensions, visit: 

• Manage Microsoft Edge extensions in the enterprise

• Manage the sidebar in Microsoft Edge

• Use group policies to manage Microsoft Edge extensions

• A detailed guide to configuring extensions using the ExtensionSettings policy

• FAQ for Microsoft Edge extensions

Limitations:

• The extension will not function in an empty new tab. The user must have an existing site open for the extension to work correctly.
• Social Media sites such as Facebook may also have this limitation.
• Paper cannot provide support on issues related to the Paper Chrome Extension in Microsoft Edge.